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Kendall Group

Senior Relay Engineer

Wyomissing, PA · On-site

$100K - $138K/yr

The person in this role is responsible for designing electrical protective relay schemes and relay ... Review Engineering / Design packages for accuracy for both internal and external vendor / AE ...

Kendall Group

Senior Relay Engineer

Conshohocken, PA

$102K - $141K/yr

The person in this role is responsible for designing electrical protective relay schemes and relay ... Review Engineering / Design packages for accuracy for both internal and external vendor / AE ...

Kendall Group

Senior Relay Engineer

Wyomissing, PA

$100K - $138K/yr

The person in this role is responsible for designing electrical protective relay schemes and relay ... Review Engineering / Design packages for accuracy for both internal and external vendor / AE ...

GAI Consultants

Relay Settings EIT 2

Homestead, PA · On-site +1

GAI Consultants is seeking a Relay Settings Engineer (EIT 2) with protective relay experience for transmission and distribution systems. The successful candidate will work on various substation and ...

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How much do protective relay engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for protective relay engineer in Pennsylvania is $99,140.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,200.00 and $102,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a protective relay engineer?

A Protective Relay Engineer is responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining protective relay systems that safeguard electrical power grids and equipment from faults and failures. They analyze system performance, program relay settings, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Their work helps prevent power outages, improve system reliability, and protect assets from damage.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a protective relay engineer?

A typical day for a Protective Relay Engineer involves designing, testing, and maintaining protective relay systems that safeguard electrical power grids and equipment. You may analyze system data, implement relay settings, coordinate with project managers and field technicians, and troubleshoot any protection scheme issues that arise. Much of the work includes both office-based design tasks and occasional site visits for commissioning or maintenance support. Collaboration with other engineers, clients, and utility representatives is common to ensure projects meet regulatory and operational standards. This role offers a dynamic blend of technical problem-solving and teamwork within the energy sector.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a protective relay engineer?

To thrive as a Protective Relay Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, power systems, and relay protection, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with relay testing equipment, CAD or relay design software, and familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE and NERC is often required, as are certifications like PE licensure. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work both independently and within multidisciplinary teams are vital soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate system protection, minimize power outages, and enable successful coordination with utilities and project stakeholders.

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Infographic showing various Protective Relay Engineer job openings in Pennsylvania as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,140 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Senior Relay Engineer

Relay and Power Systems, Inc.

Wyomissing, PA • On-site

$80 - $110/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Role Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Senior Relay Engineer is a key member of the Relay & Power Systems team. This role is responsible for designing electrical protective relay schemes and relay/control panels for various utility and industrial applications.

Responsibilities
  • Create construction package design‑basis drawings (relay single lines, 3‑line diagrams, schematics, logic diagrams, physical layouts, etc.) from customer specifications.
  • Develop the Bill of Material for projects.
  • Prepare technical proposals including cost estimates, which may involve site walkthroughs and visits to customer locations.
  • Develop and modify control house general arrangements.
  • Develop and administer functional acceptance test plans and procedures to ensure the quality of manufactured and integrated building and relay panel systems.
  • Lead a project team as the Lead Responsible Engineer or Project Manager for small projects.
  • Support the design, settings and functionality development of protective relays and relay/control panels, maintaining accurate documentation for all protection, control, and SCADA configurations.
  • Support testing of all aspects of protective relay and control schemes/panels in the production facility, including operation and manipulation of test equipment, and at the customer site if required.
  • Review engineering/design packages for accuracy for both internal and external vendor/AE designs.
  • Attend, participate, and report on all formal and informal training assignments.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
  • Service Excellence, Results, Action Oriented
  • Accountability and Responsibility
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Decision Quality
  • Displaying Technical Expertise
  • Planning and organizing
What You’ll Need
  • Work Experience: 5 years of relay and electrical engineering experience with team leadership and/or project management experience.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (preferably Power or Protection/Controls).
  • Analytics / Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.). Familiarity with all standard substation electrical protection and control drawings and configuration documents; programming, testing, and interfacing of microprocessor relays, devices, and controllers (SEL AcSELerator, Quickset, GE Enervista, Easergy, etc.).
  • Other Skills: Coordination and fault study tools, software, and methodology; standard high voltage substation equipment and low voltage auxiliary equipment; thorough understanding of communication protocols (DNP3, IEC 61850, MMS, GOOSE, SV).
  • Organizational Skills: Highly organized, detail‑oriented, able to multi‑task and shift priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Cross‑functional Skills: Excellent customer service, self‑motivation, teamwork, strong presentation skills.
  • Communication Skills: Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to see, talk, and hear; ability to sit for 8 hours a day.
  • Travel: Occasional travel to customer sites, vendors, or training sessions.
Qualifications We Prefer but Don’t Require
  • Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
  • Completed 3 CEU’s of formal Protective Relay application coursework.
  • Electrical field engineering experience in an industrial or utility environment.
  • Professional Engineering License or FE (Fundamentals of Engineering).
  • Proficiency with ETAP, SKM and experience performing Arc Flash studies.
Equal Opportunity Statement

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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